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you are not invisible!
YOU LIKELY KNOW SOMEONE WITH AN INVISIBLE DISABILITY!
why are 1 in 5 canadians affected?
Why The Change Coalition Supports the numbers.
What Are Invisible Disabilities?
- Conditions that impact daily life without obvious outward signs.
- Examples: chronic pain, mental health issues, memory impairments, autoimmune diseases,
How Common Are They?
- ~27% of Canadians aged 15+ report a disability (Statistics Canada, 2022).
- Majority of these are invisible.
- Pain-related disability is the most common (61.8% of Canadians with a disability).
Why They Go Unnoticed
- Fluctuating or intermittent conditions (e.g., chronic fatigue, anxiety, autoimmune flare-ups).
- Social stigma leads people to hide their condition.
- Lack of visible signs means others often misunderstand or underestimate the impact.
Age and Invisible Disabilities
- Canadians 50+ make up ~40% of the population.
- Disability becomes more common with age: 40.4% of Canadians 65+ have at least one disability.
- Most disabilities in this group are invisible (pain, memory, flexibility).
- Many seniors experience multiple conditions, increasing invisibility.
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Share Your Story
It's Okay to Say "This is Me"
Telling your story isn't about earning sympathy. It's about fostering understanding and creating a space where everyone feels seen and valued. You have the right to tell your story, on your terms, and in your own voice.
Remember, your story is a strength, not a weakness. It's a testament to your resilience and a chance to inspire others. So, take a deep breath, find your voice, and break down the wall of invisibility. The world needs to hear your story.
Community Work
Our goal is simple: to help those with invisible disorders be the best they can be, by offering support, compassion, and tangible resources. Together, we can help make these struggles more visible and create a community of care that helps everyone move forward.
Para-Powered Crew
The Change Coalition has joined the The Para Powered Crew (PPC). The PPC was born from a passion for inclusion, teamwork, and the love of being on the water. The Change Coalition wants to be part of their story. Their story begins on the world stage — but its heart beats right here in Ottawa.
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At The Change Coalition, we’re dedicated to helping individuals across Canada who live with invisible conditions—disorders and disabilities that may not be seen, but are deeply felt. Our mission is to bridge the gap between awareness and action by offering programs that provide physical, emotional, and financial support to those in need.
Through community partnerships, educational initiatives, and specialized programs, we empower individuals to regain confidence, build strength, and live fulfilling lives. Every donation directly supports access to essential resources such as adaptive fitness training, mental health outreach, wellness education, and our sponsorship opportunities for those who cannot afford participation.
Your support helps us create a more compassionate and inclusive Canada—one where invisible conditions are understood, respected, and supported.
💛 Join us. Donate, volunteer, or sponsor someone today and make a lasting impact in the lives of Canadians who need it most.
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At The Change Coalition, we are proud to support individuals living with invisible disorders across Canada through meaningful community programs. Over the past year, we’ve provided free Touch Quilts to bring comfort and calm, offered free tax clinics to ease financial stress, and made donations to the Lifecentre Food Bank to help families meet their basic needs.
Each of these initiatives reflects our mission—to bring visibility, compassion, and practical support to those living with unseen challenges. As we look ahead, we’re determined to help more recipients than ever before by expanding our programs and outreach.
💛 Join us in making a difference. Your donation, sponsorship, or volunteer effort helps us continue to touch lives and strengthen our communities.
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